The inaugural of the Single Women Action Network (SWAN): Arankoodam was held in Tirupathur on 12 September 2025. It laid the foundation for a space for single women to celebrate their freedom by strengthening their economic independence, security, self-integration and removing the stigma that exists in society.
To support the ongoing awareness and solidarity forum, pamphlets covering the PWDV Act, Dowry Prohibition Act, POSH Act, POCSO Act, POA Act, the Street Vendors Act and Swan Single women helpline were distributed to all participants.
Participant Overview
- Organization 08
- Total Participants 250
The Topics Covered
- Challenges faced by single women
- 02 Case presentations (PWDVA, POCSO Act)
- Importance of the Widows and Destitute Women Welfare Board
- Importance of SWAN
- Importance of Solidarity and Support Forum
- Engagement with Government Officials on Women Development
Highlight: Each single women feel this programme as a helpful thing to turn their life as a economically grown one.
Our Resource Persons & Guest speakers
Special thanks to all the resource persons and guest speakers who enriched the inaugural with their insights and dedication to SWAN.
The way forward: The celebration concluded with forming the District Core Committee.
